Provided by Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans, Inc.
Need-based award for individuals who have faced and overcome significant adversity and are pursuing a career or technical education certificate or degree. Awards up to $2,500 to support tuition, tools, supplies, and other program-related expenses.
Award amount
$2,500
Number of awards
Multiple
Frequency
Annually
Deadline
June 15, 2026
Time to apply
30–60 min
Essay
May be required — check provider
Have faced and overcome significant adversity
Demonstrate financial need
Enrolled in or planning to enroll in a career or technical education certificate or degree program
Program must be at a not-for-profit institution
Have completed high school (or equivalency) by July 1
Plan to attend a not-for-profit community college or trade/vocational school
Enroll in an associates degree, certificate, or diploma program by September that will lead to employment
May not be enrolled in pre-requisite courses
Demonstrate financial need (household income of $100,000 or less)
Be under the age of 35
Be a United States citizen
Confirm eligibility
Review the scholarship eligibility information on this page and on the provider’s official instructions to confirm you qualify before you invest time in an application.
Gather required materials
Collect transcripts, test scores, essays, letters of recommendation, portfolios, or any other items the program lists as required.
Submit through the official program
Complete the application using the provider’s published process—often an online form or portal—and submit before the stated deadline. Keep a copy of your confirmation when available.
Important
Deadlines are set by the scholarship provider. Always confirm dates and instructions on the official site. TuitionCovered does not process applications for external scholarships.
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